Monument Hill Church

Requesting assistance for a client to preserve Kinship placement. Would like client to attend day camp for socialization and enrichment. Client's behaviors can be a lot for her placement to manage during the day with work and other sibling interactions. It would help her to have an enriching activity and help preserve the placement. One week of summer day camp is $259 if eligible for the family program rate.

The biological mother of a child that has been placed in foster care has been evicted from her apartment. This mother is living in her van until something else is figured out. The brakes in her van need replaced. Right now her van is her home and her transportation to see her child during family time. I am requesting $100 for front and rear brake pads for her vehicle.

Ms. Bell has been working with a truck repair shop to get her only mode of transportation fixed so she can carry out the tasks in her treatment plan. She wants to maintain compliance with substance use treatment and live a drug free lifestyle. The truck repairs total $2000. Mom is able to pay $500 and DHS will assist with $600.00. The truck repair shop has agreed to take a loss of $417.65. That leaves another $900.00 to be requested.

Description of Need: A teenage boy in foster care, who has been out of his home for 6 years and 8 months, is seeking support from the community to help meet two specific personal goals: obtaining an adult-sized bicycle, safety equipment, and enrolling in beginner guitar lessons. Who Needs Help: This request is for one teenage male in foster care. What Do They Need: An adult-sized bicycle for local transportation and increased independence. A set of beginner guitar lessons (virtual or in-person) to help him learn to play and build confidence through music. Why This Matters: The youth has expressed a strong interest in music and a desire to be more independent in his daily life. The bicycle would allow him to safely get to school, appointments, and extracurricular activities. The guitar lessons would give him a creative outlet and provide a sense of accomplishment and joy during a pivotal time in his personal development. Impact of Meeting the Need: Meeting this need will help the youth build confidence, reduce isolation, and promote healthy outlets for emotional expression. It supports his healing journey and personal growth while showing him that his community values and believes in his future.

The current kinship placement is requesting help with obtaining a crib mattress for a 1 month old newborn baby that was placed in their care. Currently, the baby is sleeping in a bassinet, and the family would like help in obtaining a mattress for the crib.

Maternal aunt and uncle recently took in their 6 year old niece. She came from a home infested with bed bugs and could not bring any clothes or personal items. Family has purchased as many things as they are able with no financial assistance yet. They could use clothes for the child (sizes below) as well as gift card for food and clothes. Shirts 10/12 or 14, size 7/10 dress Walmart gift card for clothes King Soopers or Safeway gift card for food

Hello, A family is in need of support from the community for food and basic needs. This family lost more than half of their income and are being impacted by the loss of multiple family members. They are in crucial need of support. A mother supports her two children. Her two adults sons are assisting in paying for the bills and morgage. They are in need of a $200 gift card to Walmart to assist with groceries and basic necessities.

Hello, A family is in need of community support with their utility bill through Colorado Springs Utilities. This family lost more than half of their income and are being impacted by the loss of multiple family members. They are in crucial need of support. A mother supports her two children and her two adults sons are assisting in paying for the bills. They are in need of a $110 to assist in paying this essential bill. They were able to pay $100 but are in need of additional support.

The mother of the children (3 children) is currently asking for support to pay her rent for the month of July. The children are currently in the care of the Department and the mother is working towards her treatment plan. This request would ensure that the mother continues to have stability in her housing and be able to focus on her treatment and getting what she needs done. Thank you! Grace Flynn

Hotel needed!
DHS is involved with this family due to DV between Mom and BF. Dad has stepped up to help his daughters (12,15) and meets with them on different occasions throughout the week. Dad is disabled and doing the best he can. We are asking for help with paying for a hotel, $500 is requested. Dad is working towards getting custody of his daughters and this request would help the family get into housing. Thank you so much for your consideration!! The family greatly appreciates it.

girl, 15 months, who currently lives in a foster home, is looking to be placed with her aunt and uncle. they are in need of a convertible care seat (walmart: Safety 1st Grow and Go Sprint All-in-One Convertible) to safely transport the little girl

The biological mother of a child that has been placed in foster care has been evicted from her apartment. This mother is living in her van until something else is figured out. She has had difficulties getting approved for SNAP and is in need of some help with non-perishable items to keep in her van. I am requesting a $100 Wal-Mart gift card so that she can buy some food.